Ukraine gain control in Kharkiv border areas: Zelenskiy
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukrainian forces have taken "combat control" of border areas Russian troops entered this month, contradicting Russian claims.
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New Zealand thrash Wallaroos in Pacific Four mismatch
The Wallaroos have suffered a 67-19 reality-check loss to New Zealand in Auckland to finish the Pacific Four rugby series winless.
Titans star Fifita opens up on toll of contract saga
Gold Coast star David Fifita has addressed his contract saga for the first time since backflipping on plans to join the Sydney Roosters.
‘We owe them one’: Lions steeled to end Hawks’ hold
Brandon Ryan will play his first game for the Lions against his former club Hawthorn, who have won the last four meetings between the AFL teams.
Warriors courageous to drop Addin Fonua-Blake: Bennett
Wayne Bennett was impressed by the Warriors' decision to drop Addin Fonua-Blake for breaching club standards at Magic Round.
More flights to evacuate Aussies from New Caledonia
The Australian government is organising more flights to evacuate Australians stranded in New Caledonia following deadly riots.
Australia urges Israel to abide by ‘binding’ ruling
A senior Australian minister called on Israel to abide by a "binding" world court ruling over action in Rafah as supporters of Palestine staged rallies.
NRL open to considering bench changes for injuries
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has backed calls for changes to NRL interchange rules to deal with injuries, with teams struggling to recover from losing backs.
Government reaps $3.5b housing tax windfall: report
Queenslanders are spending the first decade of their mortgages paying taxes as the government reaped $3.5 billion more than forecast, research suggests.
Ryan flies, Reds hit top gear in Force rout
Tim Ryan became the first Reds player to score two Super Rugby Pacific hat-tricks as his side thumped the Western Force 59-13.
Walsh learns lesson from Titans blow-up: Lockyer
It's almost a year since Brisbane's Reece Walsh was suspended for contrary conduct against Gold Coast, but he will be a changed man when he meets them again.
Mitchell sin-binned as Souths snap losing run
South Sydney have beaten Parramatta for their first win in almost two months, but Latrell Mitchell's NSW Origin hopes are in doubt after a hip-drop tackle.
Search for hundreds feared dead in huge PNG landslide
Hundreds of people are feared dead after a landslide hit a remote village in northern Papua New Guinea, wiping out buildings and blocking the only road access.
Judge rejects Baldwin bid to drop Rust shooting case
Actor Alec Baldwin's bid to dismiss an involuntary manslaughter charge over the on-set shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins has been denied by a judge.
Luai’s spectacular NSW audition as Panthers belt Sharks
A superstar showing from Jarome Luai on the eve of State of Origin selection, has guided Penrith to a huge win over fellow NRL heavyweights Cronulla.
Free-scoring Roosters press Origin case in Raiders rout
James Tedesco has reaffirmed the Sydney Roosters' NRL title credentials, leading his side to a crushing 44-16 win over a lacklustre Canberra Raiders outfit.
Curnow lifts Blues to comfortable win over Suns
Carlton have shaken off their own inaccuracy to beat Gold Coast by 29 points, with Charlie Curnow's four second-half goals sealing victory.
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Carbon capture project rejected over groundwater fears
Potential impacts on groundwater resources has led to the rejection of Glencore's carbon capture storage project in the Great Artesian Basin.
Judge denies Baldwin bid to drop Rust shooting charge
Actor Alec Baldwin's bid to dismiss an involuntary manslaughter charge over the on-set shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins has been denied by a judge.
US introduces ‘understandable’ poultry restrictions
The Victorian poultry meat industry is unlikely to be badly affected by US import curbs prompted by a bird flu outbreak, according to a peak body.
US curbs Victorian poultry imports on bird flu concerns
Poultry imports have been restricted from Victoria to the US after highly pathogenic avian influenza was detected in the Australian state.
Deaf Indigenous dancers still feel the beat after 27yrs
The Deaf Indigenous Dance Group was formed in 1997 by two young women who wanted to show that they could dance. A new exhibition celebrates its history.
More funding is needed for critical, complex computers
The federal government has poured money into the global race for cutting-edge computing technology, but it may need to broaden its horizon.
Climate shuffles forward as a major election priority
Climate action is set to be a major election battleground as the coalition puts the finishing touches on its nuclear policy and Climate 200 lists target seats.
Dutton dodging nuclear policy fallout: energy minister
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is yet to name the sites the coalition will earmark for nuclear power stations, despite claiming communities would welcome them.
Ikonomidis ready to take his chance in grand final
Melbourne Victory attacker Chris Ikonomidis is determined to make his moments count in the A-League Men grand final after a difficult season.
De Minaur plans to shoot for double glory at Olympics
Australia's top tennis man Alex de Minaur has revealed he will go for gold in both singles and doubles at the Paris Olympics.
Valentine Holmes avoids Origin ban for hip-drop tackle
Valentine Holmes is set to play in Queensland's State of Origin series opener after avoiding a ban for a hip-drop tackle against Wests Tigers.
Bellamy wants NRL rethink on five-day match turnarounds
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy wants the NRL to put an end to five-day turnarounds with heavy travel, unhappy with his side's schedule through May.
Dockers snatch dramatic draw against wobbly Magpies
Mason Cox and Brody Mihocek look set to join Collingwood's lengthy injury list as Fremantle came from 25 points down in the final quarter to snatch a draw.
Manly avoid another collapse, see off late Storm surge
Manly have held on to beat Melbourne 26-20, despite looking at risk of giving up a double-figure lead for the fifth time this NRL season late in the match.